Assistant Environmental Scientist - Environmental Studies (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assistant Environmental Scientist to support environmental and siting studies, permitting projects, and data analysis for transmission lines, power generation, and water facilities.

The role emphasizes field surveys, GIS mapping, NEPA documentation, and compliance with safety standards; a bachelor’s in environmental science is required, internship preferred, and a valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science or related field required.
• Prior internship or field experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbal and written technical information.
• Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.
• Basic knowledge of environmental compliance and audits.
• Basic knowledge of environmental permitting process.
• Basic knowledge of GPS and ArcGIS desktop environment.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Must meet driving record standards and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting environmental and siting studies and data analysis.
• Assist in preparing permitting applications.
• Assist in technical reports, environmental impact statements and field studies.
• Provide GIS data for map production per standards.
• Assist with site investigations and soil sampling.
• Assist in environmental compliance audits.
• Support NEPA documentation and site selection studies.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Campus involvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related natural science

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

The Assistant Environmental Scientist will assist in conducting environmental and siting studies, preparing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities and water treatment facilities.

• Assist in conducting field surveys, assessments and collecting project-related data for analysis in environmental impact projects.

• Assist in preparation of technical reports, environmental impact statements and environmental field studies.

• Provide assistance in utilizing GIS data for map production in accordance with standards and industry best practices.

• Assist with performing environmental site investigations, support erosion control efforts and subsurface soil sampling.

• Assist in conducting environmental compliance audits.

• Assist in preparing a wide variety of permitting applications such as air, land use and cultural resources permitting.

• Support site selection studies and preparation of related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation.

• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science or a related natural science degree from an accredited program required.

• Prior internship or natural science field experience preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

• Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.

• Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.

• Basic knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits.

• Basic knowledge of the environmental permitting process.

• Basic knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment.

• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Environmental

Primary Location

US-GA-Atlanta

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID

263998

Job Hire Type

New Grad #LI-JF #ENS